Developing Critical Thinking- 1 Day

Service Description

Duration: 1 Day Workshop Objectives · Understand the components of critical thinking · Utilize non-linear thinking · Use logical thinking · Recognize what it means to be a critical thinker · Evaluate information using critical thinking skills · Identify the benefits of critical thinking · Revise perspective, when necessary · Comprehend problem solving abilities Target audience: All Staff Course outline Module 1: Components of Critical Thinking Applying Reason Open Mindedness Analysis Logic Module 2: Non-Linear Thinking Step Out of Your Comfort Zone Don’t Jump to Conclusions Expect and Initiate Change Being Ready to Adapt Module 3: Logical Thinking Ask the Right Questions Organise the Data Evaluate the Information Draw Conclusions Module 4: Critical Thinkers (I) Active Listening Be Curious Be Disciplined Be Humble Module 5: Critical Thinkers (II) Seeing the Big Picture Objectivity Using Your Emotions Being Self-Aware Module 6: Evaluate the Information Making Assumptions Watch out for the Bias Ask Clarifying Questions SWOT Analysis Module 7: Benefits of Critical Thinking Being More Persuasive Better Communication Better Problem Solving Increased Emotional Intelligence Module 8: Changing Your Perspective Limitations of Your Point of View Considering Others Viewpoint Influences on Bias When New Information Arrives Module 9:Problem Solving Identify Inconsistencies Trust Your Instincts Asking Why Evaluate the Solution(s) Module 10: Putting It All Together Retaining Your New Skills Reflect and Learn From Mistakes Always Ask Questions Practicing Critical Thinking Module 11: Wrapping Up Lessons Learned Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations